Understanding General Intercessions for Daily Mass
General intercessions, also known as the "Prayer of the Faithful" or "Universal Prayer," are an essential part of the Catholic Mass where the congregation joins together to pray for the needs of the Church and the world. These intercessions are called "general" because they address universal concerns that affect all Catholics and humanity as a whole.
📖 How to Use These General Intercessions
1. Choose Your Option: Browse the available intercession options for today's Mass.
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3. Edit if Needed: Use "Edit" to customize intercessions for your parish's specific needs.
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General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Saturday, November 22, 2025
Saint Cecilia, virgin and martyr
●Memorial
Liturgical Color: Red
General Intercessions for Saint Cecilia, virgin and martyr
Option 1
1.That the Church, inspired by St. Cecilia's love for Christ and her gift of music, may always praise God with joyful hearts and harmonious voices, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That world leaders may promote beauty, art, and culture, recognizing their power to uplift the human spirit, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For all musicians, singers, and those involved in sacred music, that they may use their talents to glorify God and inspire devotion, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may have the courage of St. Cecilia to bear witness to our faith, even in the face of suffering or death, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may be a place where sacred music flourishes and where all are encouraged to sing God's praises with their lives, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are persecuted for their faith, that they may find strength in St. Cecilia's example.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all martyrs who sang God's praise in their suffering may now rejoice with St. Cecilia in the eternal choirs of heaven, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV and all pastors, that they may lead the faithful in a liturgy that is both beautiful and devout, pleasing to God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil society may value the arts and support those who dedicate their lives to creating beauty, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who are struggling to find their voice or who feel unheard, that St. Cecilia's intercession may bring them courage and peace, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That our hearts may always be filled with the music of God's love, and that our lives may be a hymn of praise to Him, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our parish may be a community that cherishes sacred music and fosters the talents of all its members for the glory of God, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For our sick, bereaved, etc., special projects or events.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have died may join the angelic choirs in singing God's praises for ever, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Variations if Memorial is not celebrated
Option 1
1.That the Church may conclude this liturgical year with hearts full of gratitude for Christ's kingship and prepare with devotion for Advent, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That civil leaders may find rest and reflect on how to govern with justice, acknowledging Christ as the true King of all, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For those who work on this day, that their labor may be offered to God and that they may also find time for spiritual reflection and prayer, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may use our weekend to deepen our relationship with Christ our King, strengthen our families in His love, and serve those in need, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.That our local community may gather with eager anticipation for the Solemnity of Christ the King, the culmination of our liturgical year, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For safe travels for all those journeying this weekend.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all who have completed their earthly pilgrimage may enter into the eternal kingdom of Christ the King, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Option 2
1.For Pope Leo XIV, that he may be sustained by our prayers as he guides the universal Church in acknowledging Christ's sovereignty, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
2.That all people may find moments of peace and quiet to listen to God's voice in their hearts and respond to His call to follow Christ the King this weekend, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
3.For families, that they may cherish their time together, growing in love and mutual support, and consecrating their homes to Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
4.That we may approach the end of this week with thanksgiving for God's abundant blessings and a renewed desire to serve Christ our King more faithfully, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
5.For our parish, that our celebration of Christ the King may be a source of grace, unity, and renewed commitment for all its members, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
Optional:For those who are lonely or feel isolated within our community, that they may find companionship and the love of Christ our King.Lord, hear our prayer.
That N. and all our departed loved ones may rejoice in the perpetual light of God's presence and the reign of Christ, let us pray to the Lord.Lord, hear our prayer.
About Our General Intercessions for Daily Mass
Our general intercessions are carefully written by Giuseppe Njualem, a seminarian at St. Peter's Seminary in London, Ontario. Each set of intercessions follows the guidelines established by the General Instruction of the Roman Missal (GIRM) and is crafted with input from theology students and experienced clergy.
📅 Liturgically Accurate
Every intercession is crafted to reflect the specific liturgical season, rank, and saint of the day, ensuring theological accuracy and seasonal appropriateness.
🌍 Universally Focused
Our general intercessions address the four traditional categories: Church needs, world concerns, those in distress, and local community intentions.
📝 Ready to Use
Each option is formatted for immediate use by lectors and can be downloaded as a professional PDF for easy printing and reading during Mass.
✏️ Customizable
Edit any intercession to address your parish's specific needs while maintaining the theological structure and universal focus of general intercessions.